The late Sid Sackson is one of the founding fathers of modern board games. His masterpiece Acquire and many of his other creations continue to delight gamers around the world. Here are my picks for the best five games designed by Sid Sackson.
1. I'm the Boss
Deals, deals and more deals. If you want a free-wheeling game full of fast-paced negotiations, get yourself a copy of this incredible game. (It was originally published in Germany as Kohle, Kies & Knete.) Although you're trying to earn more cash than your opponents, you can almost never close a deal on your own -- and the other players have special cards that mean the details of the deal could change right up to the final seconds. For 3 to 6 players, ages 12 and up.2. Acquire
First published in the 1960s, Acquire remain a favorite for many gamers today. Originally conceived as a game about hotel mergers, the most recent version has been re-themed to involve corporate takeovers. Players invest in growing businesses, trying to recognize those that will produce the most profits. For 2 to 6 players, ages 12 and up.


